2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (232 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2006 Jaguar X-Type
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Mustang X-Type
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 279 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 61 L


 

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